Bounce's POV
I was grateful to him, so I made him name our pack.The pine pack's stood up and bowed their heads. Since they were sitting in a position, I didn't need them to stand up, but they did."You can have your seat. Just make sure your eyes are on me" I told them.And they obeyed quickly." Like I said, I have a few things to say before the merge. I want you all to understand something. I'm not in any way forcing this union. You all sent your beta to me voluntarily. So I wouldn't owe anyone who thinks this union wouldn't pay him or his family to ransom. You are free to opt-out both individually or as a family. It is your choice. I've told your beta that if you have any inheritance in your pack, you are free to claim it. I'll gladly give you everything. It's worth in money or diamonds, as you want it. Come plain before you take this path that will bind us together for life".Their beta told me he did this already before planning this ceremony but I was doing this again because I wanted to be free of blame. I waited for them to stand up or step forward but none did and that didn't make me happy. I didn't think there was anybody who would love their pack so much and wouldn't want to join another, especially when I'm the demon alpha that they all fear."You and I are both aware that I've been called the demon alpha. It's the truth. I can be a demon to anyone who inconveniences me and a normal man to anyone that gives me peace. It is your choice to choose. I will give you a few minutes to think about this fealty you are about to swear because I can brutally end your lives if you go against me and my pack. I don't show a bit of clemency when it comes to betrayal, not even to my pack members. I'm the monster I've been called and described.I made sure that I was saying all these in my alpha's voice so that they would know that it isn't a threat but the reality of what I can do."I'm giving you another chance to leave. So if you want to, you are free. I give you my word. If you don't trespass you won't be touched by my pack" I repeated.None of them stood up or made any attempt to leave. Now I know that every one of my actions towards them will be justified. Just as I was about to continue, a pup walked towards me. I wondered what she wanted.My men, seeing this, ran to stop her from approaching. My men don't know pup when it comes to harm. They believe anyone can harm them. The parent of the pup ran forward too but I stopped them."Let her be," I ordered.My men moved back a little while the parent of the pup went back almost crying. I knew the pup wanted to say something so I didn't want them to stop her."Everyone is free to speak even if it's a pup" I said looking down at the pup.I even got down from my chair to go meet her so I could hear whatever she wanted to say."So what do you have to say pup?" I asked her." Alpha I'm Celine and my mama told me that you will be as nice as our dead alpha" she said with her childish voice. " Is that true?""Do you want me dead?" I asked the pup.Our conversation could be barely heard since the pup's voice isn't so loud. Everywhere was silent so that they could all hear the conversation but the child's voice wouldn't let it go far but I know those that heard will tell those that didn't. I could see fear in the pine pack's members, especially the pup's parents."No," the pup shook her head."May I ask a question, pup?"The pup nodded.Which is better? A kind alpha that was killed due to his kindness and couldn't protect his land and people or a brutal one who wouldn't even allow anyone close to his people or land?"I was looking forward to the pup's reply. She then pouted and put a finger on her lips as if in a deep thought. I really like the pup's courage, if she's an alpha breed she would be a good leader."The brutal alpha would be better. At least he won't lose his land, family and friends like I did" she said enthusiastically.I ruffled her hair. " Good thinking pup"."But will the brutal alpha be nice to his people?" She asked again." Even a brutal alpha loves his people" I replied.I was really patient with the pup."Then he is a good Alpha," she smiled. "Will there be candy?" She asked with excitement.Actually I didn't know what a candy is but I don't want to prolong matters here so I gave a nod. The pup became so happy and she gave me an unawares peck and ran back to her parents. I couldn't help but twist the edge of my lips at how adorable and bold the pup is. Not that I don't have pups in my pack but they scarcely come near me or let me say I'm rarely available for them.Do not blame me, I was a pup too when my parents left me and I had to survive on my own. This little acting made me crave for my own pups. I even had in my heart to get closer to the one at the pack house. I didn't realise that I was off for seconds. I quickly adjusted and continued the ceremony.I went to my seat after I ordered the swearing to start. Then the Beta, whom I don't even know his name, came forward. He bent on a knee and started."I Gabriel, the beta of pine pack, swear fealty today before the moon goddess to the alpha of Sceptre pack, alpha Bounce, to do all that you Alpha Bounce has bid me and be loyal till the end of the earth. If betrayal flows from me or I'm an accomplice to betrayal, may I and my family die like chicken" he swore, stood up and signed the contract on behalf of all his people."Oh his name is Gabriel" I said to myself.Just as he took the oath and the binding ritual of drinking the water that has drops of my blood in it, his eyes shone and I knew then he was now the beta of my pack. This I didn't want but I don't have a choice here since I don't have a beta. I would have created one if I had the power to use one of my loyal men. For years I rejected alpha blood and beta's in becoming my people. I know how dominant they can be with their show of powers. With all my avoidance, I still ended up with a beta.I know I wasn't the only one who saw the commission of my new beta. It gave a vivid sign. I don't know what my men felt but I've always known them to be loyal.After Gabriel every other member of the pack swore their fealty. The more they did this the more I felt their bond in my body. It was like blood running through my veins. Even their pups took the drink even if they couldn't talk, some tried and it sounded funny that others laughed. I didn't because the process was quite tiring."You will all have your land and properties. Nothing would be taken from you except you want to exchange it for another. Nothing would be taken from you. The only difference is that there won't be a border between us and your pack name will be changed. Also your pack house will be demolished and rebuilt to my taste because I love perfect things. Beta makes sure every necessity is well handled."Yes Alpha," Gabriel said.I didn't need to address my own people again. I've done that already before today. I had given them strict warnings about segregation and its consequences. They've never failed me and I know they wouldn't now.Bounce's POVThey've never failed me and I know they wouldn't now."Alpha, there's fire coming from the restrictions room" a guard came to inform me.I looked toward the restriction room where he told me, even with the distance I could see the smoke. It wasn't a big deal and I knew there was no cause for alarm.We have a lot of restricted rooms aside from a normal jail. We do put tougher criminals there or people whom we want to seclude from mingling with others. The room might look comfortable but it has a lot of hidden tutoring weapons in them. Only myself and one other person is allowed in the room. The punishment for anyone whom we put there is enormous, except the person is not a criminal. I wonder who was there causing such ruckus. I didn't bother myself about it because I knew my men would take care of it."Mitchell, go take care of it" I ordered my real assistant." Yes Alpha" he said and left without hesitation.Talking about Mitchell, he is my real second in command. I know I
Jessy's I know my brother would have been worried about me. I didn't tell anyone before I left home. This was so sad. Father just died and I added my own troubles. I sat down at the bed looking at the meal they brought for me."I wouldn't eat from an enemy's camp," I told myself.I was planning on how to leave. My plan to escape the very first day didn't work. It would have worked if not for the demon Alpha that hit me. I'd be on my way home now. I don't like the way the Alpha was acting as if I exist. Normally he should have come to have a conversation with me and use me to find out a lot about my father's pack, but no one was coming forth. It's been seven days now that I've been here and I didn't hear anything from the alpha. He's just giving me food. They don't even care if I eat it or not. They were just making sure my three meals were intact. Well at least they didn't hurt me. They gave me two maids and two guards that do most of my things for me. As if they knew how stubborn I
Jessy's POVShe seems to be very nice and accommodating. If we'd met on a normal basis, I would have loved to be a friend but I can't make friends in an enemy's territory. It's a trap.I didn't reply to her. I just got down and stared at her with cold eyes. "I'm a seamstress and I feel like as a young woman, you won't like the way you are just changing through two clothes, so I think it would be nice to make you more dresses," said with a smile.I looked at her mockingly. " You want to make me more dresses?"I didn't know if these people think of me to be a joke or something because I'm an enemy and yet she's here talking about dresses. I know how my father treats an enemy when he catches one. I don't know what the demon Alpha's members are trying to achieve. "Yes I even asked the alpha about it" she replied moving closer." Is your alpha planning to hold me here forever?" I asked with disgust.Bella smiled and I don't know what's funny. "The Alpha didn't even know you exist, talk m
Alec's POV I was seated outside with my heart so heavy. It's been weeks since we couldn't find Jessy. There's nowhere we haven't searched. This got Damion so devastated. He couldn't lose two of his beloved in one day. We already buried the Alpha and now Damion has taken his position. While my own father handed me the Gamma.I was really unhappy because of Jessy's disappearance. We didn't even know her whereabouts. Jessy is someone I've wanted a long time ago but my father warned me against having anything to do with her. He said I shouldn't entangle myself with the alpha's life. I didn't know what that meant but I obeyed him. I know he wouldn't say a thing if he doesn't have a concrete reason. Another reason is that, Damion might be my friend but our Alpha isn't someone to toil with.As I was thinking, I saw Jessy's message bird flying over. We've not seen the bird ever since Jessy disappeared. With it showing up now, it gave me a lot of hope. I watched as the bird approached and I sa
Bounce's POV I woke up suddenly from my sleep. Not that I dreamt about anything, talk more of me having a nightmare. It was like a subconsciousness woke me up and I just couldn't close my eyes anymore. I then walked to my window wanting to see if I watch the beautiful view of my land, I'll have my sleep back. Immediately I got there, I sighted a bird flying. I know a message bird whenever I see one. I knew the kind of bird we use in our pack for a message bird, this bird seem not to look like it. I whistled at the bird. Not that I expected it to come but I just wanted to confirm my doubt. Just like no one would dare to refute my words the bird also came when I whistled at it with my Alpha prowess. It couldn't resist the power in my voice.I then took the piece of paper on its claws and read the content. I didn't know who the message was for. So to confirm, I did one secret thing that no one knew I could do. I cut myself and gave the bird just a drop of my blood. More than a drop would
I knew Mitchell was enjoying all these and everything but of it was game to him. He was trying to hide his smiles but it was still lingering."How am I to know that they were naked?" I raised my nose and he laughed.We got down from ten carriage. Looking at them I frowned. Then I turned to Gabriel. "Get them something to cover their lower body. You should have at least show the mighty alpha of the ranger pack some respect. Don't let's be rude" I said.Mitchell chuckled at my words.DamionI was so tired if waiting for the so called Alpha wnad what he wants to do with us. It's afternoon already and it's a very sunny day. The sub was pouring down as if it's against us. We were stake baked so you can imagine how hit we would be. The sun wasn't really the issue. It was how the pack members were going and coming, looking at us with mocking face. Well truth be told, the demon alpha trained his subject well enough. They didn't throw things at us. They didn't even stay like our pack mem6woul
JessyI woke up to notice that something strange seem to be happening. Not that it was that visible but the maids that do tend to me seems a bit tensed when they noticed that I've woken up. I slept till afternoon been that it was almost morning before I could sleep. I climb to my bed to see if I could catch a glimpse of what is happening outside but I couldn't been that this place is not really close to the outside. "Is anything happening?" I asked them."Nothing" they chorused shaking their heads quickly.This gave me the assurance the something is happening. The way they were looking at me was as if that thing relates to me. I'm not a very good judge of reaction but this I know what I'm saying."Are you lying?" I asked them.Them boy wanting to tell me got me scared. Not that they do talk to me like that but at least when I ask questions, they do reply me."Damion should have gotten my message. In fact if they had been here there would have been uproar since last night. Damion won'
"Am I understood?" I asked ."Yes alpha" he said." Now go get your things. You'll leave immediately" I said blankly.Moi bowed and left.I looked at Gabriel and I saw a remorseful look on him. None need to tell me that he is feeling guilty but he did the right thing. He might be a child but he is still a beta and needs to be respected."You don't need to feel guilty. I didn't send him there as a punishment. I've thought to do that before now. I just want him to think it's a punishment and you did the right thing. He would have killed the poor girl who is just angry" I told him.Gabriel gave me a relieved look.I know I need to go meet the girl in question to go tell her that she really need to watch it here if she wants to live. It's high time I go see her instill some fear into her. I remembered her bird. It's in my room. I was the one feeding it.DamionI've never been so humiliated in my life. My life seem like a joke now. I hated the alpha king more. One my alpha father who peopl